Elwood,
I was in your position 4 years ago
I know how you must be feeling at the moment.
In short though, I decided that sitting behind a desk was not for me. Finished off CPL and Instructors rating whilst still in and financially secure. Then I got out, instructing full time.
Would I prefer to still be in, probably, all I ever wanted to do was flying Herc's or C17s. However, I have had some great adventures in aviation since being scrubbed. Some great trips around Australia building hours or teaching students.
Drop me a PM with the questions you have, I'd be happy to help.
Stretch06
